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Belfast has made a wonderful contribution to the arts, from literature to music. Perhaps the best ways to tour the city and find out more about the artistic past (and future) is to book coach hire in Belfast.

C. S. Lewis is arguably Belfast's most famous son. The author of the Chronicles of Narnia books is celebrated across the world and a tour of the city can take in many of the locations that would have influenced the author.

Many poets, including Louis MacNeice and Medbh McGuckian, were also born in Belfast. What's more, the city's music scene is thriving and highly diverse.

Van Morrison, whose career has spanned over five decades, is one of the most influential figures in British rock 'n' roll. The city is also home to the Ulster Orchestra, a full-time symphony orchestra, which regularly records and performs.

At the other end of the musical spectrum, Belfast was the birthplace of Brian Kennedy, vocalist with the punk band Stiff Little Fingers.

The development of large music venues such as the Waterfront Hall and the Odyssey means that Belfast is able to attract bigger stars than would have played there in the past.

Recent projects in the city have also been set up to support aspiring musicians, and have led to an increase in the number of influential local bands in Belfast. It really is a great place to see original and innovative live music.

The club scene is also growing, with Belfast-born DJs Colin Murray and David Holmes now recognised the world over.

Whatever type of music you enjoy, you will be able to take it in by visiting some of the venues in Belfast.

During a tour of Belfast it will be impossible to miss the numerous murals that decorate the city. These murals can range from political art to paintings celebrating some of Belfast's famous sons, such as C. S. Lewis and George Best.

The festivals in Belfast promote all forms of art. Feile an Phobail is designed to encourage an interest in Irish and international culture, and includes everything from performances by pop acts to political debates.

Queen's University hosts the Belfast Festival every year. The equivalent of the Edinburgh Festival, this showcases drama, comedy, literature, numerous genres of music and visual arts.

Any art lover is sure to enjoy Belfast, and coach hire in Belfast is an excellent way to tour the areas that have had an influence on local artists. At: bus hire belfast